10 essential Italian phrases for at the pharmacy
Navigate Italian pharmacies with confidence! Essential phrases for buying medication, asking for advice, and more.
Visiting an Italian pharmacy, or 'farmacia', can feel daunting if you don't speak the language. Whether you need to pick up a prescription, buy over-the-counter remedies, or seek advice from the pharmacist, knowing a few key phrases can make the experience much smoother. This phrase pack is designed to help you communicate effectively in common pharmacy situations. From asking where something is to inquiring about specific treatments, these essential Italian phrases will equip you with the confidence to get what you need.
What this lesson covers
Core Italian words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
Start with these key words
Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
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Words 1–10
- Buongiorno/Buonaserabwon-JOR-noh / bwon-ah-SEH-rahGood morning/Good evening
- Avete...?ah-VEH-tehDo you have...?
- Ho bisogno di...oh bee-ZOH-nyoh deeI need...
- Un antidolorificooon an-tee-doh-loh-REE-fee-kohA painkiller
- Qualcosa per il raffreddore/la tossekwahl-KOH-sah pair eel raf-FREH-doh-reh / lah TOHS-sehSomething for a cold/a cough
- È su prescrizione medica?EH soo preh-skree-TSYOH-neh MEH-dee-kahIs it by prescription?
- Posso chiedere un consiglio?POHS-soh kyeh-DEH-reh oon kohn-SEEL-lyohCan I ask for advice?
- Quanto costa?KWAHN-toh KOH-stahHow much does it cost?
- Dove si trova...?DOH-veh see TROH-vahWhere can I find...?
- Grazie, arrivederciGRAHT-zyeh ah-rree-veh-DEHR-cheeThank you, goodbye
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